The jewel in the crown of French Creek are the green spaces that exist today which include the Estuary. To protect them, a conservation area has been designated. Some paths have been made through the bushes, we would like to formalize a network and secure the remainder of this precious green resource.
Elkay Developments Ltd. has released several sketches showing where development will be taking place and what size of building is planned. Circled in orange is the Elkay site surrounded by protected estuary lands.
Elkay Phase 1:
Common area or garden
with trail connection
9 Single family houses, 1-2 stories
Elkay Phase 2:
Layout not complete, will be
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Single family homes
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Duplex
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1-2 Stories
Greenspace to be protected:
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Lagoon
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Estuary lands
Ownership & Management will be determined with input from FCRA, FFCCS and RDN
Connecting the community
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Public use trails
Ownership & Management will be determined with input from FCRA, FFCCS and RDN
Bridges:
Over French and Morningstar Creeks:
Trails Networks Through the Estuary:
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Accessible primary network
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Chip or gravel
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Boardwalks through wet or sensitive areas
Trail construction allows protection of sensitive zones by keeping pets and foot traffic to the designated areas.
Education, Awareness and Public Outreach:
Trails and protected areas can be used for educational purposes
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First nations history and teachings
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Flora education
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Bird and fish education
